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Castillo Realty held a grand photo op during their first anniversary COURTESY PHOTO

Castillo Realty held a grand photo op during their first anniversary COURTESY PHOTO

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Castillo Realty celebrates first anniversary with tacos and cake

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
On Friday, March 21, Castillo Realty in Mount Pleasant celebrated their first anniversary. Behind their business, Tacos by Queen LLC was parked and served up free plates of delicious tacos– with all the pico, cheese, and fresh taco add-ons that anyone could want.
State medalist Jose Gonzalez COURTESY PHOTO

State medalist Jose Gonzalez COURTESY PHOTO

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MPHS senior medals at State Powerlifting Meet

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Mount Pleasant High School Tiger and Lady Tiger Powerlifters competed in the Texas High School state powerlifting meets during spring break.
Chapel Hill Student wins 1st Place at Winnsboro Rodeo

Chapel Hill Student wins 1st Place at Winnsboro Rodeo

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Chapel Hill Student wins 1st Place at Winnsboro Rodeo

News Staff
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Chapel Hill HS student Maggie Telgemeyer won her first saddle. She earned 1st place in the youth 4D Winnsboro Rodeo Association Barrel Series for 2024.Congratulation Chapel Hill Alumni, Taylor Collins (Class of 2024) on her 5th place win in the 4D Winnsboro Rodeo Association Barrel Series for 2024.
If passed, HB 1379 would prohibit game wardens from entering private property unless they have permission from the property owner, probable cause, are executing a warrant or in emergency situations. (Photo by Matt Williams)

If passed, HB 1379 would prohibit game wardens from entering private property unless they have permission from the property owner, probable cause, are executing a warrant or in emergency situations. (Photo by Matt Williams)

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Bills to Ponder

Matt Williams Outdoors Writer
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The 89th Texas Legislature is in session. For those who may not have heard, there is a bill in the mix that has spurred some serious debate among the state’s outdoor community.Filed March 13 by State Rep.
Luck of the Irish

Luck of the Irish

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Luck of the Irish

Debby Efurd
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Recently, we celebrated St. Patrick’s Day (also known as “Saint Paddy’s Day”). I’m reminded of my Irish roots. With a maiden name of Ferrell and Ferguson on my mother’s side of the family, there is a lot of Irish blood running through my veins.
When AI Speaks.

When AI Speaks.

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When AI Speaks.

Mechele Mills
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
MarketplaceIssuesSpotting a scam isn’t as easy as it used to be. Scammers can easily make messages which appear to come from anywhere, like your boss’s email account or a close family member.
MPHS Theatre named alternates in UIL One Act Play competition

MPHS Theatre named alternates in UIL One Act Play competition

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MPHS Theatre named alternates in UIL One Act Play competition

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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Mount Pleasant High School Theatre department competed in the District 15-5A UIL One Act play competition on Friday, March 14 at Texas High in Texarkana. The cast and crew placed 4th making them the first alternates to the bi-district round of competition.
MPHS participants at the TMSCA State Meet (L to R): Gopi Amin, Jamie Garrett, Yahaira Pina, Adriel Bagsic, Julian Chancellor, Alesandro Greco, Tanner Marshall, Luke Thurman, Karen Sandate, Kate Ball, Christopher Sorto, Amir Martinez COURTESY PHOTO

MPHS participants at the TMSCA State Meet (L to R): Gopi Amin, Jamie Garrett, Yahaira Pina, Adriel Bagsic, Julian Chancellor, Alesandro Greco, Tanner Marshall, Luke Thurman, Karen Sandate, Kate Ball, Christopher Sorto, Amir Martinez COURTESY PHOTO

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MPHS Math team members place at TMSCA State

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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Mount Pleasant High School UIL Math and Science teams competed in the Texas Math and Science Coaches Association (TMSCA) State Meet during Spring Break on March 15 at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Team members brought multiple awards with one senior earning a scholarship.
Mt. Pleasant fire chief and police chief visit during the free pancake breakfast TRIBUNE PHOTO / NICOLE KIMBALL

Mt. Pleasant fire chief and police chief visit during the free pancake breakfast TRIBUNE PHOTO / NICOLE KIMBALL

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Pancakes for all!

Nicole Kimball Nicole@steelcountrybee.com
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
On Saturday, March 22, the City of Mount Pleasant held a free pancake breakfast at the Mount Pleasant Fire Department. Firefighters and city staff cooked up some good ol’ pancakes with butter, syrup, strawberries, blueberries, whip cream– basically all the fixin’s you could ever want.
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